Property Details: - Type: Semi-detached house - Bedrooms: 2 - Bathrooms: 1
Agent: Gordon & Rumsby - Colyton Phone: 01297 257958
Nestled in the charming village of Combpyne, just a short distance from the Jurassic Coast and the popular seaside town of Lyme Regis, this delightful attached cottage offers far more than first meets the eye. Full of character and warmth, the property combines period charm with practical living, complemented by a surprisingly generous and beautifully established garden.<br/><br/>The accommodation includes a spacious principal bedroom featuring fitted wardrobes and an attractive period fireplace, alongside a second double bedroom and a modern shower room on the first floor. On the ground floor, the cosy sitting room enjoys a solid wood floor and a wood-burning stove, creating a welcoming and comfortable space. The kitchen is well appointed with granite work surfaces and a stable door leading through to a large conservatory/dining room, ideal for entertaining or enjoying views of the garden throughout the seasons.<br/><br/>Outside, the cottage continues to impress. The charming garden is much larger than expected and thoughtfully arranged with areas of level lawn, a patio seating terrace, and a peaceful seating area tucked away at the far end amongst fragrant lilac and wisteria, providing wonderful colour and scent during the spring and summer months. Close to the house is a highly useful stone and brick outbuilding incorporating a utility room and separate W.C. along with an additional garden shed for storage. <br/><br/>Further benefits include oil-fired central heating, double glazed windows, and off-road parking for one vehicle to the front of the property.<br/><br/><b>LOCATION</b><br/>Combpyne is a pretty village set in a little valley, which makes it very sheltered. It is approximately 4 miles from Lyme Regis and 6 miles from Axminster. The A35 trunk road is just over 4 miles away providing easy access to Honiton and Bridport. Axminster has a mainline railway station to London Waterloo and a range of shops and leisure facilities. The village is in catchment for Mrs Ethelstons Primary School and the Woodroffe Comprehensive School at Uplyme, both of which are highly regarded. In addition, Colyton Grammar School, which consistently ranks as one of the top Grammar Schools in the country, is just over 4 miles away. The area has been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.<br/><br/><b>ADDITIONAL INFORMATION</b><br/>The entrance to the property is through the conservatory, which leads into the kitchen. The kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base units with granite work surfaces and integrated Neff electric oven and Neff hob. There is space for a dishwasher. A door from the kitchen leads into the sitting room, where a wood burning stove provides additional heat for the cooler days. A stair case rises from here to the first floor. Built-in cupboards on the landing house a factory lagged hot water cylinder with immersion as well as additional storage. Bedroom one has a built-in wardrobe.<br/><br/><b>OUTSIDE</b><br/>At road level, is a parking bay and storage area for bins etc. Steps lead up to the entrance and a further set of steps leads into the garden vis a pedestrian gate.<br/><br/><b>UTILITY ROOM/STORE</b><br/>A path runs around the conservatory leading to this useful brick and stone building with a slate roof, which has been fitted with power, light and water and makes an ideal utility room. There is also a WC.<br/><br/><b>SHED/WORKSHOP</b><br/>There are two garden sheds, one serving as a workshop (with power and light connected?)<br/><br/><b>GARDEN</b><br/>The garden lies to the side of the house offering plenty of space for outdoor entertaining as well as play and growing produce. The main garden is level with a bank rising up to the back and a gently sloping bank dropping down towards the road with a retaining wall on the opposite side. There are a good number of mature trees and shrubs, including an apple tree, lilac and wisteria. The garden is quite private and secluded.<br/><br/><b>SERVICES</b><br/>Mains electricity and water are connected. Oil fired central heating. Private drainage.<br/><br/><b>COUNCIL TAX</b><br/>Band C. East Devon District Council. £2,227.10 (2026/27).<br/><br/><b>BROADBAND</b><br/>Full fibre broadband is available at this property with speeds up to £1600Mbps. Source: Openreach<br/><br/><b>MOBILE</b><br/>Mobile coverage is dependent on Network provider with O2 seemingly offering the best coverage. Source: Ofcom.<br/><br/><b>FLOOD RISK</b><br/>Flood risk from Surface water, Rivers and sea is very low in this area. Source: Gov.<br/><br/><b>what3words /// </b> <a target="_blank" href="https://what3words.com/casual.novels.decrease">casual.novels.decrease</a><br/><br/><b>Notice</b><br/>Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.
